| Savoca Numismatik GmbH & Co. KG > Online Auction 187 | Silver | Auction date: 10 December 2023 |
| Lot number: 50 Price realized: 140 EUR (Approx. 151 USD) Note: Prices do not include buyer's fees. | Show similar lots on CoinArchives Find similar lots in upcoming auctions on  |
| Lot description: Mysia. Lampsakos circa 400-200 BC. Diobol AR 12 mm, 1,57 g Janiform female head / ΛΑΜΨA, helmeted head of Athena right within incuse square. Good Very Fine SNG BN 1185-6. Janiform is an artistic or numismatic representation that depicts two faces placed back-to-back on a single object, often sharing a single neck or head. The term "Janiform" is derived from the Roman god Janus, who was often depicted with two faces, each looking in opposite directions, symbolizing his role as the god of transitions, beginnings, and doorways. In art and numismatics, janiform depictions are found in various cultures and time periods. They can appear on sculptures, coins, amulets, pottery, and other objects. The faces in janiform representations can be human, divine, or even mythological beings. The janiform motif often carries symbolic significance related to duality, transitions, or the interaction between two opposing forces. In some cases, it can symbolize past and future, life and death, or the merging of two aspects, such as rulership and divinity. Starting price: 50 EUR |  |
